Level 3 Electrical Installation Course in Skelmersdale

Cost£4,320.00
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Electrical Installation Advanced Technical Diploma in Skelmersdale. Classes run at West Lancashire College, full-time during the day. This electrical installation advanced technical diploma course runs for 35 weeks. You'll build the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to work in electrical installation. The City and Guilds level 3 electrical installation advanced technical diploma qualification is recognised by employers across the industry. Concessions may be available, so check with the college's advisors.

Who this course is for

Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject, for further details please check College website

Entry requirements

Please Visit College website: www.westlancs.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of electrical science and how they apply to installation work.
  • You'll learn how to plan and carry out electrical installation tasks safely.
  • You'll study the requirements of wiring regulations and how to apply them on site.
  • You'll develop skills in testing, inspecting, and commissioning electrical systems.
  • You'll learn how to fault-find and diagnose problems in electrical circuits.
  • You'll understand health and safety requirements for electrical work.
  • You'll gain knowledge of environmental and energy-efficiency considerations in electrical installation.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical sessions at West Lancashire College. Assessment combines written assignments, practical tasks, and end-of-unit tests. You'll be assessed on both your technical knowledge and your ability to carry out installation work to the required standard. The college will confirm the full assessment breakdown when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. West Lancashire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer, working on domestic and commercial properties
  • Electrician's mate, supporting qualified electricians on site
  • Electrical maintenance technician, keeping systems running safely
  • Domestic installer, fitting wiring and consumer units in homes
  • Commercial electrician, working on larger buildings and fit-outs
  • Electrical contractor, taking on jobs independently once fully qualified

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment, the qualification many electricians need to apply for a JIB Gold Card and work independently.
  • Level 4 qualification in electrical or building services engineering, for those moving into supervisory or design roles.
  • Electrical apprenticeship, if you want to combine further study with paid on-site experience.

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